Christian poem 'Longing' by Brenda Sydnor (Christart.com)

Longing
by Brenda Sydnor © 2006

I am an alien in a foreign land.
This world is not my home.
I never quite fit in here.
No matter where I roam.

I long to see the Pearly Gates
and the streets that are paved in Gold,
to see all the glories of Heaven,
that no human eye can behold.

To experience the peace and tranquility,
that only Heaven contains.
The absence of all evil and hatred,
where only perfect love remains.

I long to see your face, Lord,
and my loved ones gone before,
to step into your awesome presence,
and to dwell there forever more.

Others live for earthly pleasures,
not understanding there is so much more.
But I am filled with anticipation,
for all the wonders you have in store.

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